ABWA MISSION
ABWA MISSION
"The Mission of the American Business Women's Association is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support, and national recognition.
Congratulations
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
2025 Woman of the Year
and 2024 ABWA Top Ten
Sonya Sims
Recognized​ by the local ABWA chapter for her contributions to the EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter, ABWA National for the advancement for all Women and her community.
Sonya Sims
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
2024-2025 ABWA National Recognition
Level 1 Best Practices in League Management Award
7th Consecutive Year
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National Awards at ABWA 70th Anniversary Gala
2019 Brilliance Unleashed Award
ABWA Top 10 Chapters
The EmpowerHer Orangeburg Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association took home awards at the ABWA’s 70th year national gala.
2019-2023 Level 1 Best Practices In League Management
2019 Brilliance Unleashed Award - ABWA Top Ten Chapters
Pictured from the left are ABWA National Executive Director Renee’ Street; Darlene Williams, chapter charter member, Rachelle Jamerson-Holmes, chapter founder and president, and Brenda Austin, chapter charter member and past treasurer.
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Thursday, March 5, 2026
Women's History Month Signature Event
South Carolina
4th Annual ABWA DAY
At the State House 2026
& Celebrating HERstory Awards Luncheon
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Click for Details & Registration
Time: 9:00 PM EST Meet & Greet at the State House
10:00 PM EST House of Representative Visit
11:00 PM EST Vendors Open -Shop! Shop! Shop!
12 - 3 PM EST Noon Luncheon & Reception
**Vendor & Sponsorship Opportunities Are Available**
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
🔹Call: 803-937-1747 or 803-387-6915
🔹Email: EmpowerHerABWAChapter@gmail.com
ABWA Changing women’s lives. . . one woman at a time.©
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Tuesday, February 10th "Empower Chat"
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2nd Tuesday Monthly "Empower Chat"
Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026
Virtual Only Event
Eventbrite Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3Zm5vwX
Professional Development
Enjoy personal and professional development speakers, power networking social and hors d'oeuvres
Learn about the EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter and our
ABWA National Association.
Virtual Event
6:30 p.m. EST – Networking Social
7:00 p.m. – Professional Development Seminar
9:00 p.m. - Power Networking
"Empower Chat" Registration
Virtual: $10 Members & Guests
Virtual: $5.00 Students
​Eventbrite Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3Zm5vwX
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Apply for 2026 SBMEF Scholarship Applications
Deadline is May 15, 2026
www.SBMEF.org
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Congratulations to the 2025 SBMEF
National President's Scholarship Recipients in Honor of
2023-2024 ABWA National President
Rachelle Jamerson-Holmes
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2026 Diamonds & Pearls
Brilliance Awards,
Woman of the Year, Top Ten, Protégé' and National President
Salute & Reception
8th Anniversary Celebration Events
Friday, June TBA, 2026
Meet & Greet Social
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: TBA
FREE All are welcomed. Invite Friends.
Dinner: A la Carte
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Saturday, June TBA, 2026
Join Us in Saluting Women of Excellence!
Attire: Denim & Diamonds
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Sunday, June TBA, 2026
Sisterhood Sunday Brunch *Limited Seating*
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Thee Matriarch Bed & Breakfast,
1170 Fischer St., Orangeburg, SC 29115
RSVP: TBA Members & Guest
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Registration
Eventbrite: TBA
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
🔹Call: 803-937-1747
🔹Email: EmpowerHerABWAChapter@gmail.com
ABWA Changing women’s lives. . . one woman at a time.©
Congratulations
2025
ABWA American Business Woman
Captain (Ret.) USPHS Gail Hamilton PhD
Recognized​ by ABWA National for her contributions to the EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter, ABWA National for the advancement for all Women and her community.
"The Power of ABWA"
Virtual Membership Interest Presentation
You're invited to learn more ABWA!
Date: TBA
Virtual Registration: TBA
6:45 PM EST: Networking
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM The Benefits of ABWA, Q&A and Prizes
Admission: FREE - Registration Required
Zoom details will be emailed once registration is completed.
Reserve Your Seat Today via Zoom Link: TBA
Email: EmpowerHerABWAChapter@gmail.com
Call: 803-937-1747
The Power of One!
The Power of One!
Death Crawl Video: Movie Facing the Giants
** We do not own the rights to this video**
Death Crawl Video: Movie Facing the Giants
** We do not own the rights to this video**
Member Orientation
TBA
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter Members
Date: TBA
Time: 6:00 PM EST - 7:00 PM EST
Zoom Registration: TBA
Date: Monday, February 26, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM EST - Networking
8:00 PM EST - Join the Conversation
Admission: FREE
Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/3SXfqXI
Join the Conversation
Explore the Benefits of Hybrid Meetings
Presented by the
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter
Rachelle Jamerson-Holmes
Approved Candidate for
National President
"Visionary Leadership"
American Business Women's Association
National Women's Leadership Conference
Click to view Bio: https://empowerherabwachapter.vistaprintdigital.com/meet-our-founder-and-visionary
You're Invited to Become a Member of the EmpowerHer Sisterhood
Connect, Join and Grow with the Women of EmpowerHer.
EmpowerHer ABWA Chapter Orangeburg, SC
Email: EmpowerHerABWAChapter@gmail.com
Phone & Fax: 803-937-1747 Website: www.EmpowerHerABWAChapter.org
Mailing Address: 891 Middleton St., Orangeburg, SC 29115
